council statement. : Thu Nov 07, 2013 5:20 pm  

http://news.calderdale.gov.uk/future-of-the-shay-stadium/

http://news.calderdale.gov.uk/future-of-the-shay-stadium/

Re: council statement. : Thu Nov 07, 2013 5:25 pm  

Seems like it`s put your money where your mouth is Town Trust.

Re: council statement. : Thu Nov 07, 2013 5:43 pm  

However, given the enormous financial pressures the Council faces, we recognise that the next step forward will have to be taken through some form of partnership designed to secure the further investment which the Shay both needs and deserves.

Shows you how thick the Luddites are if they cant see why the Council needs to sell The Shay. The statement, not that it is needed to anybody with half a brain cell, is just confirmation that The Council like others is in a financial mess and that they will need to sell if offers are made and the terms are right. Its clear that there will not be any further development of The Shay and even keeping the stadium in a good state is not something the Council can promise. The Skircoat Stand with its grass in the Toilets, broken seats and Roof and the North Stand with its capacity reduced will be closed in the future forever if it stays under Council control. I still would like some more info from Tony Abbott about his plans but its clear The Shay will go downhill under The Council

Re: council statement. : Thu Nov 07, 2013 6:30 pm  

Shay not for sale and not proceeding with Abbott offer. Fantastic news.

Re: council statement. : Thu Nov 07, 2013 6:45 pm  

The Lucky Black Cat wrote:

Shows you how thick the Luddites are if they cant see why the Council needs to sell The Shay. The statement, not that it is needed to anybody with half a brain cell, is just confirmation that The Council like others is in a financial mess and that they will need to sell if offers are made and the terms are right. Its clear that there will not be any further development of The Shay and even keeping the stadium in a good state is not something the Council can promise. The Skircoat Stand with its grass in the Toilets, broken seats and Roof and the North Stand with its capacity reduced will be closed in the future forever if it stays under Council control. I still would like some more info from Tony Abbott about his plans but its clear The Shay will go downhill under The Council

If that was the case either the ground would be put on the open market or the council old proceed discussion about the offer would they not?

Re: council statement. : Thu Nov 07, 2013 6:56 pm  

Geoff I know you are a thick luddite but the Shay is open for offer in the future. The present offer has not been accepted but that they are still talking to Reactivmedia. Why if its not for Sale? If the Council want to keep hold of the Shay why look for ideas and other resources?

We will be holding further discussions with Reactiv Media....Equally, we are interested in hearing from others with ideas and resources to work with us in achieving the full potential for Calderdale from the Shay.

Re: council statement. : Thu Nov 07, 2013 7:06 pm  

The Lucky Black Cat wrote:

Geoff I know you are a thick luddite but the Shay is open for offer in the future. The present offer has not been accepted but that they are still talking to Reactivmedia. Why if its not for Sale? If the Council want to keep hold of the Shay why look for ideas and other resources?

Anything will always be open to an offer. There is nothing to prevent someone bidding for something that is not for sale. If they were that desperate to sell it they'd have it on the market faster than you can say Pay Day Loans. I think it is clear from that statement that the council want to keep control of the Shay, put possibly allow sponsorship of the ground name and the stands, again, something I'd have not qualms with.

Re: council statement. : Thu Nov 07, 2013 7:28 pm  

SuperGeoff wrote:

Anything will always be open to an offer. There is nothing to prevent someone bidding for something that is not for sale. If they were that desperate to sell it they'd have it on the market faster than you can say Pay Day Loans. I think it is clear from that statement that the council want to keep control of the Shay, put possibly allow sponsorship of the ground name and the stands, again, something I'd have not qualms with.

Mr Abbott will get out bid by Bubba and his Bubberites, they are selling the contents of Towns trophy room to raise the funds.
Anyone want a blue and white carpet?

Re: council statement. : Thu Nov 07, 2013 7:40 pm  

halifaxjohn wrote:

Mr Abbott will get out bid by Bubba and his Bubberites, they are selling the contents of Towns trophy room to raise the funds.
Anyone want a blue and white carpet?

Why would The Shaymen need to bid, particularly on something that is not for sale?

Re: council statement. : Thu Nov 07, 2013 7:59 pm  

SuperGeoff wrote:

Anything will always be open to an offer. There is nothing to prevent someone bidding for something that is not for sale. If they were that desperate to sell it they'd have it on the market faster than you can say Pay Day Loans. I think it is clear from that statement that the council want to keep control of the Shay, put possibly allow sponsorship of the ground name and the stands, again, something I'd have not qualms with.

You can read into that what you wish but it does not actually say we are not selling it in the long term and you and I know they can't while the ACV is in place.
I read it that they are happy to listen to sensible suggestions and you know what one might be to sell it if that becomes the best option.
Don't be so sure Super Geoff and as for your comment great news that confirms you are very blinkered.